Suzuki DR-Z400S (Suzuki) – Critical Brake Fastener Issue (2026)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2026 SUZUKI DR-Z400S
Brand
SUZUKI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2026
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC is recalling certain 2026 SUZUKI DR-Z400S vehicles due to service brakes, hydraulic:critical fasteners issues. A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2025-2026 DR-Z400S and 2025 DR-Z400SM motorcycles. The reservoir tank cap fixing screws may have been incorrectly tightened, allowing brake fluid to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, “Motorcycle Brake Systems.”
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will tighten the screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 9, 2026. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026